1
as in pleasant
giving pleasure or contentment to the mind or senses
a delightful rendition of our favorite song
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2
as in amusing
providing amusement or enjoyment
we had a delightful time at the party
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Recent Examples of delightful
Miller is delightful as the seasoned Gertrude, a matriarch who is quick to offer advice that might not be great, but is certainly jubilant.
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David John Chávez, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2025
This is the backstory for Richard Adams’s 1972 best-selling book, Watership Down, the story of their long odyssey complete with extreme danger, delightful fun, contemporary parallels and powerful lessons.
—Chip Bell, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
But this delightful retreat, with its seaside country club feel, is very much a destination resort: most guests go there to be at Il Pellicano, not to tour the area.
—Lee Marshall, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2025
This delightful Pinot Noir is made with grapes grown in the Fort Ross-Seaview AVA and offers aromas of red raspberry, red currant, and cranberry.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2025
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David John Chávez, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2025
This is the backstory for Richard Adams’s 1972 best-selling book, Watership Down, the story of their long odyssey complete with extreme danger, delightful fun, contemporary parallels and powerful lessons.
—Chip Bell, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
But this delightful retreat, with its seaside country club feel, is very much a destination resort: most guests go there to be at Il Pellicano, not to tour the area.
—Lee Marshall, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2025
This delightful Pinot Noir is made with grapes grown in the Fort Ross-Seaview AVA and offers aromas of red raspberry, red currant, and cranberry.
—Mike Desimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 4 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for delightful
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Exploring ancient hot spots like Delphi, ancient Epidaurus, and Olympia on foot is much more pleasant in spring temperatures averaging from the 60s to the high 70s.—
Helen Iatrou,
AFAR Media,
9 Apr. 2025
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Some images are pleasant, while others are painful and heart-wrenching to produce.—
The Pham,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2025
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Six books offer readers armchair travel, amusing characters, and a dash of history.—
Yvonne Zipp,
Christian Science Monitor,
1 Apr. 2025
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Thankfully, in the case of Mark, the reality proved to be something much more amusing.—
Ron Estes,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2025
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Prep Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 30 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings: 4 Jump to Nutrition Facts Mix up your weeknight menu with this delicious copycat chicken recipe.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2025
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Spring Café For healthier–yet still delicious—fare, head to Spring Café for lunch.—
Elise Taylor,
Vogue,
8 Apr. 2025
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This wooden and metal Happy Easter porch sign, on sale for $28.99 at Michael's, is carrot-shaped for a fun addition to your Easter decoration.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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And yet, there’s also something fun in exploring the lives of those who don’t blink an eye at dropping $25,000 on a Birkin bag.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
10 Apr. 2025
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There’s a place downtown called Soul Classics that’s really nice, like street-wear stuff.—
Aaron Portzline,
New York Times,
13 Apr. 2025
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Not easy to do, but nice to come through tonight.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Sarah Howlett, a mom of tween twins in Boulder, Colorado Lies that End Up Bringing Lasting Joy Finally, sometimes lies end up being enriching and unexpectedly sweet.—
Wendy Wisner,
Parents,
14 Apr. 2025
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A bit sweet from sugar, a bit acidic from vinegar, a bit spicy from hot sauce, and rounded out with neutral oil, this homemade vinaigrette recipe is the perfect all-purpose salad dressing.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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These fragrant groundcovers offer pleasing aromas and colorful flowers.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Apr. 2025
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Kelly Clarkson Home Sara Sideboard Looking for a sleek storage solution that’s aesthetically pleasing and serves its purpose?—
Megan Schaltegger,
People.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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Have a satisfying dinner: Include fiber, protein, and healthy fats to keep you full longer and reduce cravings later.—
Johna Burdeos,
Health,
8 Apr. 2025
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The videos are super satisfying and have led to The Pink Stuff becoming one of Amazon’s best-selling cleaning products.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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“Delightful.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/delightful. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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